Tuymazinsky District

Tuymazinsky District is a municipal district in western Bashkortostan that covers an area spanning across multiple administrative divisions with numerous rural settlements. The region borders Tatarstan and comprises a significant portion of rural communities across its territory.

The district was established in the early 1930s as part of administrative reorganization in the Bashkir region. It experienced territorial changes in the mid-20th century before settling into its current configuration.

The district is home to Tatars, Bashkirs, and Russians who maintain distinct languages and customs in their communities. Visitors can observe this cultural mix throughout the rural villages and in local daily life.

The district is primarily rural with scattered settlements connected by local roads, making it best explored by car or with local guidance. The administrative center Tuymazy, while separate, remains the main service hub for the region.

The population of the district has shifted significantly over the decades, reflecting broader changes in regional development and migration patterns. These fluctuations mirror the economic pressures that shaped settlement patterns across Bashkortostan.

Location: Bashkortostan

Inception: August 20, 1930

Capital city: Tuymazy

Shares border with: Sharansky District, Buzdyaksky District, Belebey, Yermekeyevsky District, Tatarstan

GPS coordinates: 54.60000,53.70000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:29